Director, IT Applications

Company: HuFriedyGroup
Location: Des Plaines
Posted on: April 14, 2025

Job Description:

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.Director, IT ApplicationsFull-Time Exempt Employee Des Plaines, IL, US14 days ago Requisition ID: 1047Salary Range: $114,500.00 To $172,000.00 AnnuallyJoin Our Team at HuFriedyGroup - Innovating Excellence in Dental Instrument ManufacturingHuFriedyGroup is a leading manufacturer of dental instruments and infection prevention products. Our 10,000-plus products, hand-crafted by highly skilled artisans, are known for their precision, performance, longevity, reliability, and quality. Working at HuFriedyGroup is so much more than a job, as every employee has a part in driving and supporting the organization's inspirational vision to be a global force in advancing dental performance through Best-In-Practice dentistry that improves lives around the world.Job Title: Director, IT ApplicationsPosition SummaryThe Director, IT Applications, manages multiple teams of IT staff responsible for the architecture, design, implementation, and ongoing support of enterprise level software applications. Manages and mentors Team Leads, Architects, Analysts and Developers of software applications. Streamlines and adheres to configuration and coding standards, ASAP method, waterfall, and agile project delivery, functional and technical documentation standards and testing protocols.Manages System Change Requests, its prioritization, development and release. Partners with IT and Business Process Owners (BPO) to understand and implement IT and Business Strategy. Manage, design and implement large-sized technology solutions for business needs involving applications, interfaces and data conversions.Team Management

• Manages varying levels of IT personnel possessing software development, computing architecture, and help to define and execute long term strategy.
• Fosters and maintains an engaging team and company atmosphere.
• Develop and support employee training and education that align with IT strategy.
• Recruitment, selection, performance management, retention, and development of IT professionals to meet the business needs now and in the future.
• Provides regular feedback and coaching to his/her team including on an individual (one-on-one) basis.
• Makes salary, performance rewards, and other employment decisions.Application and Technology Management
  • Prioritizes, manages projects, development and implementation of enhancements and/or changes.
  • Manages the Software Change Requests and manages its priority, development and software releases.
  • Streamlines and adheres to coding standards, procedures and techniques and contribute to the technical code documentation. Reviews and sign-offs on changes.
  • Works with external vendors to ensure superior service delivery.
  • Partners with the IT and BPO to define Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and negotiate appropriate support commitments for existing applications.
  • Manages delivery of enterprise application vendors and service providers. Maintains knowledge on product direction and future offerings of enterprise application vendors.
  • Oversees unit and system testing for a platform / technology / application.
  • Responsible for IT technology strategy and budget planning as relates to assigned applications.
  • Ensures application systems and systems architecture remain in compliance with corporate and departmental standards and regulations.
  • Manages the complete life cycle, from inception to successful implementation, of enterprise wide applications.
  • Keeps abreast with new technologies / programming languages.
  • Adheres to LEAN methodology and best practices for application support, maintenance and enhancements.Business Partnership
    • Collaborates with IT and Business Process Owners (BPO) to plan and deliver systems, enhancements, and process improvement across all functional areas.
    • Develop and maintain a strong business relationship with all functional teams.
    • Works closely with the business units and functional area managers to address technology questions, issues and needs.
    • Partners with various business functions to provide critical suggestions and insights on how to streamline various functional processes using applications and technology solutions.
    • Advises on the feasibility of potential future projects. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
    • Ensures alignment of projects with Business and IT Strategy.Education, Experience
      • Bachelor's Degree
      • 12 years of IT experience
      • IT Management: 7-10 years
      • Knowledge of business application systems, systems infrastructure, customer relationship management (CRM), eCommerce applications, Document management systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems, and general business operations and functions.
      • Managing information technology projects.
      • Developing project work plans and budgets.
      • Developing professional level verbal and written presentations.
      • Contract Negotiations with software vendors.
      • Manage project and IT budget.Equal Employment Opportunity & Accessibility StatementHuFriedyGroup is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position, participate in the recruitment process, or perform essential job functions, please contact us at 773-868-5534. We are committed to supporting you throughout your journey with HuFriedyGroup!
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